Summary

Dr. Alexander Gelfer treats sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea, and performs pulmonary function testing, bronchodilator reversibility testing, and sleep studies. He practices pulmonology and critical care medicine and has 54 years of experience. Dr. Gelfer completed his residency at Englewood Hospital & Medical Center and sees patients in Williamsville, New York, and Buffalo, New York. He is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Sisters of Charity Hospital, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, and Sisters of Charity Hospital Saint Joseph Campus. He speaks Russian and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 54 years of experience
  • speaks Russian, Spanish
  • Englewood Hospital & Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer has 4 locations

The Pulmonary Group Of Western New York Llp

100 College Pkwy Ste 110Williamsville, NY 14221
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital

1540 Maple RdWilliamsville, NY 14221

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

2157 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214

Kenmore Mercy Hospital

2950 Elmwood AveKenmore, NY 14217

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54 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Williamsville , NYBuffalo , NYBuffalo , NYBuffalo , NY
Med School: First Moscow State Medical University Named After I M Sechenov Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Englewood Hospital & Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from First Moscow State Medical University Named After I M Sechenov in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Gelfer's NPI number is 1689638462.

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Dr. Alexander Gelfer is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Sisters Of Charity Hospital, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, and Sisters Of Charity Hospital Saint Joseph Campus.
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Dr. Alexander Gelfer speaks Russian and Spanish.

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